Senior Internal Auditor

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Antal is a leading recruitment and HR advisory company, present in Poland since 1996 and later expanded to the Czech Republic and Hungary. Across the CEE region, we employ around 150 professionals who deliver a full range of services – from specialist and executive recruitment, employee outsourcing and HR consulting, to employer branding and market research.

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Team / Division Description:

Our client is a leading international organization with operations across Europe. The Internal Audit function provides independent assurance and advisory support across the organization’s regional, manufacturing and commercial operations.

The team is responsible for a broad range of activities, including Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance audits, operational audits and advisory services . The function plays an important role in strengthening internal controls, managing business risks and supporting continuous improvement across the organization.

Your responsibilities:

• Contribute actively to the execution of the Annual Internal Audit Plan and Internal Audit Strategy.
• Recommend process improvements and provide advice on internal controls and risk management.
• Develop a strong understanding of the organization’s strategic objectives, business model and key risks.
• Act as a trusted business advisor, coaching and supporting the audit team to strengthen knowledge, quality and professional skills.
• Design audit and testing plans, adapting existing approaches or developing new ones based on identified business risks.
• Coordinate assigned audit activities, deliverables and timelines.
• Align audit planning and design with audit procedures, including the effective use of data analytics during audit engagements.
• Act as a Lead Auditor by independently planning, performing and overseeing audit activities, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with quality standards.
• Coach and support less experienced colleagues during audits within your area of expertise.
• Ensure that audit engagements remain aligned with their original objectives and agreed scope.
• Prepare audit reports, review issue statements prepared by the team, validate the quality and accuracy of audit documentation, and present findings, improvement opportunities and recommendations to Audit Managers in a timely and effective manner.
• Provide actionable recommendations and review management action plans, including agreed implementation timelines.
• Follow up on audit findings and remediation plans with process owners and management.
• Agree on reasonable delays or revised action plans and escalate issues when necessary.
• Support special investigations, projects and other ad hoc assignments, including procedure design, when required.
• Complete advanced training and pursue relevant professional certifications.
• Mentor junior auditors and support their professional development.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of audit methodologies, tools and practices.
• Introduce innovative audit practices and support the team in adopting new approaches.
• Assess and recommend new audit tools and technologies.
• Ensure that audit activities are performed in accordance with applicable ethical, professional and compliance standards.

Requirements:

• You have at least 5 years of experience in internal or external audit , preferably gained in a multinational organization.
• You are fluent in English , both written and spoken; knowledge of another European language will be an advantage.
• You have solid knowledge and practical experience in Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance .
• You hold a Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or a related field .
• You have advanced knowledge of auditing standards, internal controls and accounting principles.
• A professional audit or accounting qualification such as CIA, CPA or ACCA will be an advantage.
• Experience with audit management software and data analytics tools such as Power BI will be an advantage.
• You are able to build strong, collaborative relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• You have strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• You are comfortable working independently as well as part of an international team.
• You are willing to travel across Europe, up to approximately 20% of the time .

Your benefits:

• Attractive benefits package
• International and multicultural working environment
• Comprehensive onboarding program, training, webinars and support from experienced colleagues
• Opportunities for professional development and gaining valuable international experience
• Possibility of remote work and flexible working hours
• Remote work allowance
• Monthly lunch card allowance
• Fruit, coffee and tea available in the office
• Integration meetings, sports activities and charity events
• Christmas gifts
• Annual bonus and yearly salary review
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Development support, including language lessons, internal training, Udemy Business access, studies and co-financing of professional courses
• Wellbeing support, including Stress Coach sessions
• Private medical care and life insurance
• Employee leasing offers and retirement savings solutions on preferential terms
• Additional benefits from the Company Social Benefits Fund, including sports and cultural activities, holiday bonuses, loans, grants and financial support, subject to eligibility